Key Takeaways
- Agreement Signed: Wageningen University & Research (WUR) and Bom Group have signed a significant agreement to construct a new high-tech research center in Bleiswijk.
- State-of-the-Art Design: The new facility, designed by Van Bergen Kolpa Architects, spans over 8700 m² and includes advanced research and reception areas.
- Innovative Technologies: The center will employ cutting-edge materials and technologies, with PB-tec handling essential installations and Hoogendoorn IIVO process computers for control.
- Sustainability Focus: The complex will feature sustainable technologies such as solar panels and a heat pump with underground thermal energy storage.
- Previous Collaborations: Bom Group and WUR have a history of successful collaborations on innovative greenhouse projects.
WUR & Bom Group Agreement For A New High-Tech Research Center
On May 7, 2024, Wageningen University & Research (WUR) and Bom Group signed a landmark agreement to construct a new high-tech research center in Bleiswijk. This significant development, set to cover over 8700 m², will be situated on Violierenweg, adjacent to WUR’s existing greenhouse complex.
A Visionary Design
The new research center, designed by Van Bergen Kolpa Architects, promises to be a future-ready facility. It will house a state-of-the-art research center and a reception building. This innovative structure is set to facilitate groundbreaking research projects using the latest materials and technologies.
Bom Group, as the main contractor, will collaborate with several partners to deliver this turnkey project. Notable among these partners is Smiemans Projecten, who was tasked with designing a distinctive reception building featuring a mezzanine and various meeting and workspaces. PB-tec will be responsible for the complete water and electrical installations, including advanced control technologies for the 24 research departments. These departments will be managed using the sophisticated Hoogendoorn IIVO process computer.
Cutting-Edge Greenhouse Technologies
The new complex will highlight the latest in greenhouse technologies. Among these innovations are advanced dehumidification systems based on the semi-closed greenhouse principle. The commitment to sustainability is evident, with plans to equip the center with solar panels and a heat pump integrated with underground thermal energy storage.
Proven Track Record
Bom Group and WUR have a history of successful collaborations. Their past projects include several state-of-the-art research greenhouses, such as the “Winterlight Greenhouse,” the “Fossil-Free Greenhouse 2030,” and the Estidamah complex in Saudi Arabia. These projects have set a high standard for innovation and sustainability in agricultural research.
Moving Forward
The detailed planning phase is now underway, as the construction team works to meet all of WUR’s requirements. Construction is scheduled to commence at the end of this year, with the first research projects expected to begin in early 2026. This new high-tech research center in Bleiswijk represents a significant advancement in agricultural technology, promising to drive innovation and sustainability in greenhouse research.
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